Seasonal Outdoor Patios

The City’s Seasonal Patio Program supports eligible businesses downtown to temporarily use City-owned sidewalks and parking lanes (right-of-way space) to create fun, outdoor seating areas! Enhance the look and feel of our streets! Create lively, walkable spaces for residents and visitors. 

To support downtown vibrancy, patio permit applications and permits within the public right-of-way are offered at no cost. 

Right-of-Way (ROW) - Public land maintained by the City, such as sidewalks, streets, boulevards and alleys. Patios located on the ROW require a permit because they occupy public space. 

Businesses proposing a temporary patio on private property must obtain a development permit and follow Land Use Bylaw 18/2024. For more information, please contact development@stalbert.ca

Topics in this section

Sidewalk Patio (Option 1)

A Sidewalk Patio is a small, fenced/unfenced patio located directly adjacent to the building...

Expanded Sidewalk Patio with Pedestrian Detour (Option 2)

An Expanded Sidewalk Patio extends into the sidewalk space, reducing the public walking area....

Parking Lane Patio (Option 3)

A Parking Lane Patio is located within the parking lane adjacent to a business and enclosed using...

Approval Process (All Patio Types)

We’ve made creating an outdoor patio easier than ever – with clear standards and a simple...

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Related Pages

Storefront Improvement Program ›

On-Street Construction Permits ›

Bylaws ›